Event Brief
CFMEU delegate charged with drug dealing at Melbourne sites
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 03, 2026 at 5:07 PM ET
Summary: Victoria Police have charged a 35-year-old CFMEU delegate from Mulgrave with drug dealing at construction sites across Melbourne. Police allege he was part of a trio trafficking drugs at work sites, with a 32-year-old man facing drug charges and an 18-year-old woman released on a summons. The arrests were made by Taskforce Hawk as part of an investigation into corruption in the construction sector.
WHO: Victoria Police; Taskforce Hawk; a 35-year-old CFMEU delegate from Mulgrave
WHAT: A 35-year-old CFMEU delegate was charged with drug dealing at Melbourne construction sites; two other people faced related drug charges or were released on a summons.
WHEN: Sep 03, 2026
WHERE: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
WHY: The charges stem from Taskforce Hawk’s investigation into corruption in the construction sector, including alleged drug trafficking at construction sites.
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